Pakistan’s IMF Gamble: Beyond $1.2 Billion, A Test of Long-Term Economic Resilience Pakistan’s economic trajectory hinges on a delicate balance, and the current review by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is far more than a simple transaction for a $1.2 billion tranche. It’s a critical juncture that will define the nation’s ability to attract sustained … Read more
The Sindh Bar Council has called for the removal of Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori, alleging that political activities at the Governor House violate the Constitution and threaten provincial unity. Sindh Bar Council Demands Governor’s Removal The demand came during the 109th meeting of the Sindh Bar Council on February 21, where members approved a resolution … Read more
A chilling new dimension has entered the landscape of Pakistani terrorism. While attacks in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) are tragically not uncommon, the recent incidents – including the martyrdom of three Federal Constabulary personnel in Karak district and injuries to five others in a quadcopter attack – represent a significant escalation. The use of commercially available … Read more
Pakistan Launches Cross-Border Strikes in Afghanistan, Sparking Condemnation Islamabad confirmed conducting targeted military operations within Afghanistan early Sunday, asserting the strikes aimed at dismantling sanctuaries used by militants responsible for escalating attacks on Pakistani soil. The Afghan Red Crescent Society reports a death toll exceeding a dozen, raising serious concerns about civilian casualties. While Pakistani … Read more
Islamabad, Pakistan – The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) has affirmed its exclusive authority to determine the constitutionality of legislation, clarifying that the Supreme Court no longer holds that power under the current constitutional framework. Constitutional Restructuring and Judicial Power The court stated that the Constitution (Twenty-Seventh) Amendment Act, 2025, has restructured the distribution of judicial … Read more
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan will be transferred to a hospital on February 25 to receive a second injection for treatment of an eye condition, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Dr. Tariq Fazal Chaudhry said Friday. Imran Khan’s Eye Treatment Chaudhry stated that Khan, 73, received his first injection on January 25, with two further injections … Read more
Twelve terrorists were killed and 11 security personnel martyred on Monday when security forces foiled a terrorist attack on a joint security forces and law enforcement agencies check post in Bajaur district, according to the military’s media wing. Bajaur Attack Foiled, Security Forces Respond The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) reported that the attackers, identified as … Read more
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif invited Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker to collaborate in combating illegal immigration during talks in Vienna on Monday, as both leaders reaffirmed the long-standing ties between their countries and pledged to strengthen bilateral relations. Strengthening Bilateral Ties The development occurred during a productive meeting at the Hofburg Palace in Vienna, according to … Read more
Over 1.2 million aspiring medical students apply for roughly 35,000 seats annually in Pakistan. Now, a series of actions by the Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PMDC) – issuing show-cause notices to 12 institutions and the Lahore High Court’s intervention regarding the University of Lahore – highlight a fundamental tension: balancing the escalating costs of … Read more
Pakistan’s ranking on the global Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) slipped to 136 out of 182 countries in 2025, according to Transparency International (TI), which also identified the country as a dangerous place for journalists investigating corruption. Pakistan’s Corruption Ranking The 2025 report, covering 182 countries and territories, represents a one-rank decline for Pakistan compared to … Read more